VALPO SAFE

VALPO SAFE is the official safety app of Valparaiso University. It is the only app that integrates with Valparaiso University's safety and security systems. VUPD has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the Valparaiso University campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources.

VALPO SAFE features include:

- Emergency Numbers: Contact the correct services for the Valparaiso University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern

- Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Valparaiso University security in real-time in case of a crisis

- Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real-time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination.

- Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to Valparaiso University security.

- Virtual WalkHome: Allow Campus Security to monitor a user’s walk. If a user feels unsafe when walking on campus, they can request a Virtual WalkHome and a dispatcher on the other end will monitor their journey until they reach their destination.

- Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app.
- Chat with VUPD: Communicate live with safety staff at Valparaiso University via chat.
- Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time.
- Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position.
- I’m OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that “You’re OK” to a recipient of your choosing.

- Campus Maps
- Campus Map: Navigate around the Valparaiso University area.
- Parking Map: To find parking lots and rates throughout Valparaiso University, use the interactive parking map and grid.

- Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data.

- Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at Valparaiso University.

- Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from Valparaiso University safety when on-campus emergencies occur.

Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.